Seismic Activity in Kentucky
Kentucky has a Moderate seismic risk level based on historical earthquake data and proximity to active fault lines.
Over the past 30 days, there have been 0 recorded earthquakes in this region.
Earthquakes in Kentucky
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Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)
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Earthquake Statistics
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2026 (M2.5+)2
Largest in 2026
M2.6
11 km SW of Middlesboro, Kentucky
2026-01-04
Seismic Risk Level
Moderate
Data from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Updated every 5 minutes.
About Kentucky
Western Kentucky is within the New Madrid Seismic Zone, experiencing occasional earthquakes. A major earthquake on this fault would significantly impact the state.
Major Faults:
Kentucky Earthquakes 2026
In 2026, Kentucky has recorded 2 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater so far. The largest earthquake in Kentucky in 2026 was a magnitude 2.6 event near Middlesboro, Kentucky.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many earthquakes occur in Kentucky?
In the past 30 days, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in the Kentucky region.
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